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Email: kcallahan@wpusd.org

Website: wpusd.org

Phone: 916-645-6350

Board Meeting Highlights

• October 15 Highlights
• The Board held their Spotlight on Excellence meeting at Sheridan Elementary and heard a presentation from students and staff on their student leadership, student recognition programs, and the data that drives their instruction.
• The Board reviewed and approved of the Student Use of Technology Agreement with additions noting use of AI (Artificial Intelligence) and its oversight.
• November 5 Highlights
• The Board welcomed the Lincoln Shooting Sports Team from Lincoln High and Twelve Bridges High to present an overview of their program and celebrate some of their recent successes.
• The Board heard a presentation from Cathy Dominico from Capitol PFG regarding the current status of local housing development and how that will impact enrollment and school construction.
• Reno Penders presented an overview of the CAASPP test results district-wide.

Upcoming Meetings

• November 19, 2024 - District Office, 3rd Floor, 6:30pm

Miss a meeting? Click HERE to view them on our YouTube Channel

In This Section
🚨Annual Registration Update NEW!

As of today, OVER 1,700 STUDENTS do not have updated information. Your student may be one of them. Please complete this process today.

ALL students attending WPUSD schools for the 2024-2025 school year must have their registration, emergency contact and health information reviewed and updated. Please ensure all required forms are e-signed and submitted. Failure to complete this process may impact your child's ability to participate in field trips and other extracurricular activities.

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• If you forgot your username or password, use the 'Forgot Password' link on the log-in screen.

In This Section

📖Ethnic Studies Implementation Information NEW!

💙The HUB: WPUSD Family Resource Center NEW!

🎓Portrait of a Learner Rollout

🤳How Much Screentime is Too Much? NEW!

🔢Family Math Night NEW!

🥝Plateful News NEW!

📱Social Media Buzz NEW!

👩🏻‍🏫We're Hiring NEW!

We are excited to announce a new academic offering for the upcoming school year: Ethnic Studies. This course will be available to high school students as part of our expanding social studies curriculum.

What is Ethnic Studies?

• Learning about different cultures and histories often left out of regular classes

• Understanding experiences of diverse groups and challenging stereotypes

• Exploring how race, gender, and class shape people's lives and society

• Discovering often-overlooked contributions of people from various backgrounds

• Developing skills to engage positively in our diverse world

What Ethnic Studies is not:

• Intended to demonize or shame any one group of people

• To promote one opinion or political idea

Implementation Timeline:

• Assembly Bill 101

• Requirement is for at least a one-semester course

• Graduation Requirement takes effect for the graduating class of 2029–30

• Districts must begin offering the course by the 2025–26 school year

The course is currently in development, and we want to ensure you are informed throughout the planning process. Our curriculum team is working to create engaging content that will enhance students' understanding of diverse histories, cultures, and perspectives.

We value community input in shaping this educational opportunity. You can expect monthly updates about the course development in this newsletter, including:

• Curriculum objectives

• Course materials and resources

• Opportunities for parent and community feedback

• Implementation timeline

We look forward to sharing more details about this addition to our academic program. If you have questions in the meantime, please contact our Educational Services Department at 916.645.6350.

The HUB serves as a valuable resource for the students and families in our district.

The HUB offers services like:

• Shelf Stable Food
• Produce & Local Food Distributions
• Backpacks & School Supplies
• Hygiene Kits
• College & Career support
• Referrals to County and Local Services

The HUB is open to all WPUSD students and families. They welcome drop-ins during business hours - stop by and say hello!

Imagine a world where every child develops the essential skills they need to become successful adults. With your help, we've identified these very skills, and we are excited to share them with you today. You may have already noticed these traits around campus, or perhaps your child has already mentioned them to you!

As we bring our entire community together to help our young learners grow into successful adults, we would love your support in embracing this initiative. Share the graphic and video linked below with family, co-workers, sports coaches, and more! Our vision is for WPUSD's Portrait of a Learner to become common knowledge beyond the classroom. As this initiative progresses, students will learn and demonstrate these traits, leaving Western Placer schools with a tangible portfolio they can use when applying to colleges, interviewing for jobs, and incorporating into their daily lives.

We are just scratching the surface of our Portrait of a Learner rollout, and we hope you will help us build awareness! You can find more information on our website HERE.

Social media can connect friends and family but poses risks, especially for children and adolescents. While some benefits exist (e.g., access to information, friends, an outlet for self-expression), available research suggests that the risks are more significant. Such risks may include but are not limited to: impaired sleep, cyberbullying, increased risk of anxiety and depression, body image issues, and exposure to extreme, harmful, and/or inappropriate content*.

See the attached document below for more information!

📣 Join WPUSD & Ready Set Learn for a Free Family Math Night! 📣

🗓 Date: Thursday, November 14th
🕠 Time: Drop in any time between 5:30 - 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Twelve Bridges Elementary School Multipurpose Room
Address: 2450 Eastridge Dr.

✨ What to Expect:

• Hands-on activities, games, and puzzles for all ages
• A night of math fun designed for the whole family!

Don't miss out on this exciting evening of learning and fun. Register now using the link below!

We’re excited to share that our primary schools are expanding their breakfast offerings with bulk cereal from Nature's Path! After a successful pilot at TBE and FSS, we’re thrilled to offer this nutritious, gluten-free cereal at more schools in the coming months. Available in two tasty flavors—Chocolate and Cinnamon—each serving contains only 6 grams of sugar, giving students a healthier start to their day.

Expansion Schedule:

• Starting December 4th: SLE, LCE, COES
• Starting January 8th: FRE, SES, CCC

This switch also supports our sustainability efforts by reducing single-use packaging. We can’t wait to roll this out to more schools and give students a delicious and nutritious option to fuel their mornings!

TBMS will be taste testing ramen as a possible new menu item! Just in time for the colder, cozy weather. 🍲

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WPUSD is hiring! Check out our current job openings at https://www.edjoin.org/wpusd. Be sure to share the Edjoin link with those who may be looking for employment!

Some of our current available positions:

• District School Psychologist
• Speech & Language Pathologist *Signing Bonus*
• Part-time Elementary Music Teacher
• Food Service Assistant - Twelve Bridges Elem.
• Substitutes
• Many More!

Here's where you can find quick links to frequently searched items.

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